Chimney Hollow Reservoir Project

The Chimney Hollow Reservoir Project is a collaboration between 12 Northeastern Colorado water providers to improve the reliability of, or make firm, water supplies from the Windy Gap Project. Chimney Hollow Reservoir will be located just west of Carter Lake in Larimer County to provide dedicated storage to supply a reliable 30,000 acre-feet of water each year for future generations.  

Icon of waves.

Provides storage for 30,000 acre-feet of existing water rights associated with the Windy Gap Project

Icon with mountain road and trees.

Provides environmental benefits to Colorado's rivers and streams through various commitments

Icon of person hiking.

Enhances recreation opportunities to encourage healthy, outdoor lifestyles for residents

Icon of water drops.

Helps meet an increased demand for water in Northern Colorado communities

Chimney Hollow 2024 Year In Review

With the final full year of scheduled construction at Chimney Hollow in the rearview, many project components are finished or nearing completion.

Poudre Valley REA Completes Underground Installation of Power to Valve House

Throughout the past two months, Poudre Valley REA completed the underground phase of work that brings power from County Road 18E to the on-site valve house.

Employee Spotlight: Don Montgomery

Stantec’s Senior Principal Engineer Don Montgomery has a pivotal role in the success of Chimney Hollow Reservoir.